Now hiring! Regulatory Affairs Manager

Research Triangle Park, NC (Hybrid) or Remote US

We are looking for a Regulatory Affairs Manager to join our Agricultural Solutions team in Research Triangle Park, NC, preferred. The option for a remote US role could also be available.

Come create chemistry with us!

BASF’s Agricultural Solutions division connects innovation, customers, partners and agricultural experts and integrates sustainability criteria into all business decisions. We help farmers deliver the best possible outcomes, working to achieve the balance between economic, environmental and social value creation for sustainable and efficient agriculture.

As a Regulatory Affairs Manager, you will be responsible for the development and implementation of strategies to achieve U.S. registration of pesticide products as well as representing BASF by participating in regulatory-related industry meetings/committees.

We are seeking a professional like you to independently manage regulatory projects and lead the development and implementation of regulatory strategies required to obtain, defend, and maintain our active ingredient and product registrations. This role provides regulatory support for scientific, regulatory affairs, and policy-related topics to address regulatory issues impacting current and future registrations in our Crop Protection, Professional & Specialty Solutions, Seed Treatment, and/or Biologicals portfolios.

As a Regulatory Affairs Manager, you create chemistry by...

• Creating regulatory dossier submissions for the U.S. EPA and international authorities following globally harmonized guidelines, and providing regulatory support to internal teams, customers, and sub-registrants.
• Developing and implementing strategies to secure U.S. registrations and supporting global pesticidal product registrations.
• Demonstrating negotiation and engagement skills in EPA regulatory matters by interacting with industry and agency groups, presenting persuasive arguments for timely registrations, and aligning internal stakeholders on regulatory strategies.
• Utilizing strong organizational and project-management skills to lead cross-functional teams that generate data for North American registration, coordinate new active-ingredient development, plan new end-use products, and expand or re-register existing registrations for additional use sites.

If you...

• Hold a PhD in agriculture field or related scientific discipline with 3+ years’ experience in the pesticide industry, preferably with pesticide registration; or MS degree in agriculture or related scientific discipline with 6+ years’ experience in the pesticide industry, preferably with pesticide registration; or BA/BS degree in agriculture or related scientific discipline with 8+ years’ experience in the pesticide industry, with minimum 3 years’ experience in pesticide registration and/or regulatory affairs.
• Possess working knowledge of FIFRA and a proven track record of U.S. EPA pesticide product registrations.
• Have developed regulatory strategies to obtain, maintain, and defend active ingredient and product registrations with federal and state authorities.
• Can participate effectively in multi-company task forces and industry trade-association committees.
• Can communicate and negotiate persuasively with internal stakeholders, regulatory authorities, and NGOs.
• Are able to travel up to 10%, domestically.

Create your own chemistry with you@BASF

At BASF, you will have the chance to do meaningful work towards building a more sustainable future. In addition to competitive compensation and benefits, BASF provides you with access to a wide range of elements to help you be your best. It’s what we call you@BASF. We are committed to providing benefits, programs, and opportunities that support our employees’ overall well-being, personal growth, and a safe, collaborative, and inclusive work environment.

Just some of the many benefits we offer include:

• Flexible work arrangements whenever possible
• Highly competitive retirement savings plan with company match and investment options
• Well-being programs that include comprehensive mental health support for you and your household family members
• Family forming benefits (fertility, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, maternity/parental leave, and more)
• Back-up child and elder care with discount programs for families of all ages and stages
• Mentoring and career development opportunities that allow you to share, learn, and thrive
• Matching gifts program that allows you to deepen the impact of your contributions to qualified charities.
• Employee crisis support for when the unexpected happens
• Access to our BASF wine cellar, employee discounts, and much more!

About us

As one of the largest chemical companies in North America we have been finding solutions for your everyday needs and addressing the most complex economic, environmental, and sustainability challenges for more than 150 years!

At BASF we empower our employees with the tools, guidance and opportunities they need to advance and succeed in work and life. Giving you the support you need to be your best and fulfill your personal ambitions is what helps us create chemistry. After all, our success is linked to yours. Whatever path you envision, BASF is a great place to build a rewarding, successful career.

Belong to Something Bigger. #belongatBASF

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Pay transparency

BASF is committed to pay transparency practices. The competitive Pay Range for this role is $105,600 - $145,200. Actual pay will be determined based on education, certifications, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.

Equal employment opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, age, citizenship, color, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, disability status, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.